Description

Yakima Valley College is one of the oldest community colleges in the state of Washington. Founded in 1928, the college has a long tradition of quality in teaching and in its commitment to students.

Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.

Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for the position of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioner Technician (HVAC Technician). This is a full-time, permanent, classified position; beginning salary is $4,541 per month for 40 hours per week, with periodic increments up to $5,535, plus a full state benefits package.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Facility Operations, the HVAC Technician is responsible for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment (HVAC) systems for assigned locations which include the performance of skilled work in diagnostic testing, repair, and maintenance of HVAC and steam distribution systems.

Essential Tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Journey-level standing as refrigeration mechanic or steamfitter as attested by:

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  Completion of recognized apprenticeship in refrigeration or steamfitter trades

OR

• Full journey-level status in Plumbers and Pipefitters Union

OR

• Five years of applicable experience in the refrigeration or steamfitter trades or a combination of the two. Vocational or trade school training as a steamfitter or refrigeration mechanic will substitute, year for year, for work experience up to a maximum of two years

OR

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

D ESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience working in an educational setting
• A valid EPA refrigerant handling permit
• A valid Washington State low voltage electrical license

Qualifications

Essential Tasks:

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  Installation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of air handlers, air flow dampers, V belts, sheaves pulleys, and bearings
• Maintains and repairs commercial refrigeration equipment used in air conditioning, ventilation, and chilled water systems Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing, heating, water, cooling, refrigeration
• Analyzes and maintains control systems that include electrical, electronic, and pneumatic sensors and actuators; lay out, fabricate
• Install mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic temperature and humidity controls for heating and ventilation systems Repair relays, timers, meters, and switches with local or remote computer control
• Reads and interprets blueprints
• Monitors and adjusts heat and air conditioning in buildings using automated building monitoring and control systems
• Operates and maintains fluid and electronic testing and measuring instruments, such as manometers, air flow and liquid flow meters, volt meters, ammeters and potentiometers
• Keeps records of work performed and supplies used; use such tools as drill presses, grinders, bandsaws, hand drills, testers, welding equipment, soldering guns, small hand tools and specialized apparatus
• Estimates and orders materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment in good working condition.
• Prepares surfaces for welding; uses arc or acetylene welding and burning equipment
• May direct the work of others
• Performs other work as required

ABILITY TO :

• Read, interpret, and update blueprints
• Use automated building monitoring and control systems, estimate time and materials
• Use arc and gas welding equipment
• Use all types of hand and power tools Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Direct the work of others
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

KNOWLEDGE OF :

• Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in mechanical trades and HVAC work Principles of operation of HVAC systems
• Occupational hazards and safety practices of HVAC trade Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies

Supplemental Information

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:

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  A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
• Copy of Credentials or license as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications

Please note: Failure to follow the above a p plication instructions will lead to disqualification . Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Candidates invited to interview may be required to perform a skills test.

Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.

"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification from upon hire."

Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Executive Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670.

Applicants with Disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.

All positions are subject to funding.

Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.

Insurance Benefits

Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Please refer to the Washington State Board for more detailed information.


Paid Leave and Other Incentives

In addition to the benefits above, full time classifed employees can accrue up to 25 days of vacation, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days each year. Full time employees are also able to take advantage of waived tuition, scholarships and other professional development opportunities.

Contact our Human Resources team with any additional questions you may.